Boys name · Illinois
Ethan in Illinois
In 2025, 245 babies born in Illinois were named Ethan, making it the #28 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1959, add up to 18,633.
Popularity over time
Ethan in Illinois, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1959 | 5 | #750 |
| 1969 | 10 | #565 |
| 1979 | 27 | #339 |
| 1988 | 39 | #277 |
| 1997 | 386 | #42 |
| 2006 | 785 | #11 |
| 2016 | 540 | #9 |
| 2025 | 245 | #28 |
Its busiest year in Illinois was 2002, with 900 Ethan births. Ethan's highest rank in Illinois was #5, set in 2012.
Rank swung between #5 (2012) and #771 (1964) in Illinois, from #750 in 1959 to #28 in 2025.
Nationally, Ethan's strongest state was Indiana, where it hit #1 in 2009. See Ethan in every state →
How popular is Ethan in Illinois?
In 2025, 245 babies born in Illinois were named Ethan, making it the #28 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1959, add up to 18,633.
How many babies are named Ethan in Illinois?
In 2025, 245 babies born in Illinois were named Ethan.
What is the rank of Ethan in Illinois?
Ethan's 2025 rank among boys names in Illinois was #28.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.